Colby Covington: Net Worth 2024, Record, Girlfriend, and More

Who is Colby Covington?

Colby 'Chaos' Covington is one of the most renowned fighters in the UFC. A part of the promotion's Welterweight roster, Covington is a former Interim UFC Welterweight Champion. As of 2024, he is #6 in the UFC welterweight rankings.

Colby Covington’s Early Life

Born on February 22, 1988, in Clovis, California, USA, Colby Covington was raised in a middle-class family by his parents Brad and Noelle Covington. He spent much of his early life in Oregon, where he attended the Thurston High School in Springfield. Taking after his father's passion for wrestling, he started learning the sport and began impressing everyone in his school as a wrestler. He then won the state championship as a senior, and this earned him the attention of college scouts who got him enrolled at Iowa Central Community College.

In his college years, Covington then won the NJCAA Championships in 2007 at 165lbs while also being roommates with Jon Jones. After finding major success as a junior college-level athlete, he soon took a transfer to Oregon State University. In his senior college, Covington truly became a chaotic opponent for whoever he faced, becoming a two-time Pac-10 Conference champion in 2010 and 2011 (at 174lbs) and earning the All-American honors.

Colby Covington’s Girlfriend

Not much is known about Covington's dating life, but it was rumored that he was in an alleged relationship with UFC fighter Polyana Viana. While the duo did not directly confirm their relationship, it was insinuated by Covington that he had a sexual relationship with the Brazilian fighter. He stated that his being with Viana was part of the reason why he decided not to accept a short-notice fight against Leon Edwards at UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs. Muhammad.

Colby Covington’s Net Worth 2024

Covington is one of the best fighters in the UFC, and it is no secret that once you climb the ranks of the promotion, Dana White does not shy away from paying you a hefty sum for a fight. As a result, Colby Covington has managed to earn himself a net worth of 3 to 5 million dollars. His total recorded MMA fight earnings so far have been about $4,423,000.

He started with a base salary of $8000, however, as he kept on climbing the ranks in the world of MMA, 'Chaos' has now earned himself a base salary of $750,000. Adding to it the sponsorship money and bonus that he earns, it is safe to say that the American fighter has truly earned major success in his life. In fact, his last fight against Leon Edwards earned him around $800k despite being on the losing end.

Colby Covington’s Career Timeline

With his impressive background in martial arts and years of being a prodigy, it’s no surprise that Colby Covington became one of the best Welterweights in the UFC. With a career full of wrestling accolades and a brash attitude that rubs his opponents the wrong way, Colby has actually managed to come a long way in his life with some major achievements in the journey so far.

Here are some of the highlights on his path to becoming one of the UFC's best fighters:

• 2011: Covington completes his collegiate wrestling career and is recruited by Dan Lambert to join the American Top Team. He soon begins his professional career and earns himself a record of 5–0. He defeats the likes of David Hayes, Jason Jackson, and Jay Ellis in competitions such as Absolute FC 21, CFA, and Fight Time.


• 2014: Colby Covington gets signed by the UFC. He made his debut against Anying Wang at UFC Fight Night: Bisping vs Le and won the bout via technical knockout.


• 2015: Covington earns his first pro-MMA loss against Warlley Alves via submission at UFC 194: Aldo vs. McGregor.


• 2018: 'Chaos' defeated Rafael dos Anjos on UFC 225 via unanimous decision to win the interim welterweight title.


• 2019: Covington fights Kamaru Usman for the undisputed welterweight title at UFC 245. He loses the fight in the final round via TKO.


• 2021: Covington fought Kamaru Usman for the second time, however, he failed yet again. This time, it was a unanimous decision loss for 'Chaos.'


• 2023: Colby Covington's last match to date. He faced Leon Edwards in a losing effort at UFC 296: Edwards vs. Covington.

Colby Covington’s Partnerships and Endorsements

Colby Covington has tie-ups with some major companies such as HotelPlanner, and Real My Bookie. He is also the brand ambassador for the Bc Game.

Colby Covington’s Career and Record

Colby Covington has a pro-MMA record of 17-4-0. Of these 17 wins, 12 victories came in the UFC. In the process, he defeated some major names like Jorge Masvidal, Tyron Woodley, Rafael dos Anjos and Robbie Lawler. However, all his losses also came while being in the UFC. His first loss came against Warlley Alves. His second loss came seven fights later when he fell to Kamaru Usman. Since this loss, he went on to lose the next two out of his four fights, once again losing to Usman before Leon Edwards too gave him his fourth loss in pro-MMA.

Colby Covington’s Major Achievements and Awards

'Chaos' is one of the most accomplished wrestlers in the UFC's welterweight division. In his career so far, he has earned some major feats. Here's a list of some of his major accomplishments.

As a folkstyle wrestler

• National Collegiate Athletic Association:

NCAA Division I All-American out of Oregon State University (2011)

Pac-10 174 lb Conference Championship out of Oregon State University (2010, 2011)

• National Junior College Athletic Association:

NJCAA 165 lb National Championship out of Iowa Central Community College (2007)
NJCAA All-American out of Iowa Central Community College (2007)

• Oregon State Activities Association:

OSAA 171 lb State Championship out of Thurston High School (2006)[110]

Grappling

2013 FILA No-Gi Grappling World Championship – 1st place, 77 kg

UFC

Fight of the Night (2 times)
Most significant strikes landed in a UFC Welterweight bout (vs Robbie Lawler)
Most significant and total strikes attempted in a UFC Welterweight bout (515) (vs. Robbie Lawler)

Colby Covington’s Charity and Foundation

Covington founded the non-profit organization, "America's Champions Foundation." The main mission of the charity is to provide help and assistance to military veterans and first responders. As a Grandson of a Vietnam and Korean War Veteran, Covington felt the need to make a difference in the lives of those who sacrifice everything for the safety of Americans.

The charity provides life skills and career development training throughout the year to help retired veterans get back on their feet.

Colby Covington’s Titles

In his professional MMA career so far, Covington has managed to become the top title only once, becoming the UFC interim Welterweight champion in 2018.

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